The Premier League champions have only brought in Riyad Mahrez through the door at the Etihad Stadium so far this summer. City had moved very early 12 months ago when they agreed deals for Bernardo Silva and Ederson before the start of July, yet it is strangely rather quiet in Manchester for a change. However, expect some movement over the next few weeks now that the World Cup is over.

Who are they trying to buy?

Napoli midfielder Jorginho was the main transfer target following some standout performances in Serie A but he has now headed to Chelsea. The latest reports suggest that City are keen on a deal for Real Madrid's Mateo Kovacic, although Los Blancos' £80million asking price will no doubt put them off submitting a bid. Southampton's Mario Lemina has also been linked with a move to the Etihad.

Jorginho playing for Napoli against Roma (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

What does it mean for Arsenal?

Having finished a staggering 37 points behind City in the league table last season, it's not exactly good news for Arsenal. Given City are unlikely to lose any key players, the arrival of Mahrez will only make them stronger. While City are strengthening their squad, the same is also happening at the Emirates under Unai Emery. There will be something wrong if there's a 37-point gap between the sides once again come May.

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Jose Mourinho's side have been quite busy in the transfer market so far this summer as they look to close the gap on rivals Manchester City. Full-back Diogo Dalot, who is capable of playing on either flank, has arrived from Porto, while Fred has joined from Shakhtar Dontesk in a big-money move. Goalkeeper Lee Grant has also arrived from Stoke City.

Who are they trying to buy?

There will be more arrivals at Old Trafford over the coming weeks and the fans will be hoping a centre-back is brought in. Eric Bailly, who did so well in his first season in Manchester, only featured in 13 league games last season, while it's surely time that the Red Devils upgrade on Phil Jones and Chris Smalling. Spurs defender Toby Alderweireld has been heavily linked with a move to United, although agreeing on a deal with the Lilywhites has proven to be problematic.

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Willian is another player to have been heavily linked with a move to Manchester to link up with Mourinho once again, although it now looks like he will be heading to Barcelona unless the manager decides to make a last-ditch move.

What does it mean for Arsenal?

The Red Devils have identified areas that need strengthening and they have moved quickly to address them. United will be hoping that Fred turns out to be a shrewd signing, while Dalot will provide more competition on both flanks. Adding a quality attacking midfielder could potentially see United keep distance between them and Arsenal if they get it right.

Spurs

Spurs celebrate (Image: ROLAND HARRISON/AFP/Getty Images)

Who have they bought?

Mauricio Pochettino has yet to make a move in the transfer market. Spurs usually tend to do their business late on in the window, although they will have to get a move on with the deadline brought forward to before the big kick-off next month.

Who are they trying to buy?

Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish has been linked with a move to the Lilywhites ahead of the new season. Pochettino is said to be a fan of the youngster and it looks like he will be on his way from Villa Park given the club's financial troubles. While a transfer may not be exactly what the fans want, a move would make sense given Spurs currently have too many non-locally trained players in their squad for the Champions League. As well as Grealish potentially arriving in the capital, a new forward could be brought in to provide backup to Harry Kane.

While there will be movement at Spurs over the coming weeks, the majority of talk this summer has been about keeping the likes of Alderweireld and Mousa Dembele at the club. Manchester United are keen on a deal for the Belgian defender, with his fellow countryman attracting interest from Serie A giants Inter Milan.

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Arsenal will be hoping to finish above Spurs for the first time since 2016 with Pochettino's side having the upper hand over the previous two seasons. Even though Spurs will be expected to bring in a few players ahead of the transfer deadline, the Gunners will be quite pleased to have moved quickly and brought in new faces before the Lilywhites have even signed anyone. A couple more additions at the Emirates and Arsenal will be confident of closing in on Spurs.

Liverpool

Who have they bought?

Liverpool have moved quickly so far this transfer window with the big-money signings of Naby Keita, Fabinho and Alisson. Xherdan Shaqiri has also completed a move to the Champions League finalists after the Reds met his £13m relegation release clause.

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It looks like it's going to be a busy few weeks for the Reds with more arrivals expected to follow ahead of their season opener against West Ham. Having missed out on Lyon star Nabil Fekir ahead of the World Cup, reports earlier in the month suggested that talks had started up once again but president Jean-Michel Aulas is renowned for his tough negotiating skills.

The Reds, who have money to spend following Philippe Coutinho's move to Barcelona in January, have been linked with a big-money move for Real Madrid's Marco Asensio and Juventus' Paulo Dybala.

Liverpool finished 12 points ahead of Arsenal last season and they will be confident of doing the same once again in 2018/19. Given their stunning form in the league and Champions League last campaign, the Reds will be hoping that they can challenge the likes of Man City and Manchester United for the league title. Klopp has bought well so far this summer and there will no doubt be a few more additions ahead of the transfer deadline. While Arsenal will be a totally different proposition under Unai Emery, the Reds may just have too much for the Gunners.

Chelsea

Who have they bought?

Chelsea have finally made their first summer signing after clinching a deal for Jorginho from Napoli. It has been a rather quiet summer at Stamford Bridge but it looks like their business will start to ramp up over the next few weeks.

Who are they trying to buy?

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Now that Maurizio Sarri has been confirmed as Antonio Conte's successor, a number of new signings are expected to arrive in west London. Reports suggest that Arsenal target Aleksandr Golovin will be heading to the Blues after reportedly turning down a move to Monaco. Gonzalo Higuain has also been tipped to move to the club now that Cristiano Ronaldo is a Juventus player, while Daniele Rugani could also join him from the Bianconeri. Napoli's Dries Mertens, Kalidou Koulibaly and Piot Zielinski have been linked with a move to the Blues.

Arsenal will be fairly happy with the current situation at Stamford Bridge and they will be hoping it continues over the next few weeks. The Gunners have already got a head start on the FA Cup winners and they will be confident of finishing about the Blues with Emery now in charge at the Emirates.